SQF Practitioner

Company Background

Alamance Foods, Inc. (AFI) is a leading supplier of whipped dairy products in the United States. We produce, package, and ship private-label products customized to meet our customers’ specific needs. AFI is an innovative organization with proven experience in developing new products that redefine what’s possible in the food and beverage manufacturing industry.

Position Overview

The SQF Practitioner supports the facility’s food safety and quality programs in alignment with Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards, regulatory requirements, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). This role works closely with the Quality Assurance Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure the facility maintains compliance with SQF Code requirements and food safety standards.

The SQF Practitioner assists with documentation review, audit preparation, corrective actions, and monitoring of food safety practices throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

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Food Safety & SQF Program Support

- Verify and sign off on daily food safety and quality documentation for the facility

- Review and approve Certificates of Analysis (COAs) to ensure compliance with product specifications

- Assist the Quality Assurance Manager with food safety investigations and corrective actions

- Support the implementation and maintenance of the SQF Food Safety Program

Audits & Compliance

- Assist with internal audits to verify compliance with SQF standards and internal food safety procedures

- Support preparation for regulatory, customer, and third-party food safety audits

- Maintain documentation required for food safety compliance and audit readiness

- Assist with North Carolina Department of Agriculture (NCDA) visits and required documentation